1993 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 946 kg more than 1993 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lexus LS | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
Model | LS | Express |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3429 mm |